Basildon Council have confirmed that six of their town car parks will be completely free across Christmas and New Year.

Town centre shoppers that are heading out over the next few weeks for last minute gift buying will be able to benefit from using certain council-run car parks in Billericay and Wickford completely free of charge.

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Cllr Alan Ball, chairman of Basildon Council’s regeneration and environment committee, said: “We hope families will take advantage of this early Christmas treat during what we understand is a very expensive time of the year.

“Offering free festive parking will also boost local businesses by encouraging people to spend more time in our thriving town centres as they stock up on essentials for the big day and buy presents for their loves ones.”